Playtex Embrace Double Electric Breast Pump
Cost: Moderate ($169.95 at amazon.com)
Just the facts: Includes the pump system, 2 storage containers, a cooling pack, car adapter for pumping on the go, and a tote bag. 5 customizable speeds and 5 customizable suction levels.
Worth noting: The entire system is BPA-free. For added comfort, the breast cups are made from soft silicone instead of hard plastic. The Embrace also allows you to pump directly into most bottles.
What the experts say: Cited as one of the top models to consider by Consumer Reports. Also recommended by leading pediatrician Dr. William Sears.
User raves: Users for e-commerce sites like Amazon.com and Walmart.com all praised the pump's comfort, saying, "the idea of having a softer silicone breast cup instead of hard plastic convinced me to go with the Playtex" and it "feels the most natural of any pump I have tried."
User rants: Some users find the Embrace weaker and noisier than other pumps, but as one Amazon.com user said "Yes, it is sort of loud, but I haven't seen any pumps that don't make any noise."